Waterford at Wilderness Hills is an assisted living community located in Lincoln, Nebraska. The facility is designed to provide seniors with personalized support in a residential setting, focusing primarily on assisted living services and offering additional support for residents with memory care needs. The community strives to balance assistance with daily living activities with opportunities for independence. Amenities at Waterford at Wilderness Hills include on-site medication management, regular housekeeping, meal services tailored to individual dietary needs, and a calendar of organized activities for resident engagement.
Waterford at Wilderness Hills provides a range of care and medical support services designed to accommodate varying levels of need. Core assisted living services include full assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting. Residents also have access to incontinence and ambulatory care, with staff trained to provide regular support for those with mobility challenges. The facility implements comprehensive medication management, diabetes care monitoring, and regularly arranges for allied health services such as occupational therapy, physical therapy, and podiatry as required. A barber and beauty salon is available on site, helping residents with grooming needs.
Community and social connections are encouraged through clubs and organized group activities. For residents requiring memory support, Waterford at Wilderness Hills offers secured areas designed to accommodate memory loss, with features intended to maximize safety and comfort for those with cognitive challenges. The community includes both indoor and outdoor walking paths, supporting safe movement and exercise regardless of weather conditions.
Family and resident feedback indicates that care at Waterford at Wilderness Hills is typically administered by attentive and experienced staff, with high staff stability contributing to a more home-like atmosphere and facilitating personal relationships between residents and caregivers. Families frequently mention effective communication, responsive care teams, and the ability to provide supportive end-of-life care. The community is generally described as clean and comfortable, with staff efforts directed toward keeping residents engaged through a variety of activities and individualized meal planning.
While most reviews highlight staff dedication and quality care, some residents and families have raised issues regarding specific areas such as hydration management, organization of activities, and nighttime engagement. Nevertheless, the general consensus reflects that Waterford at Wilderness Hills maintains an environment prioritizing safety, dignity, and personalized assistance for its residents, with a focus on upholding well-being and quality of life for older adults. No recent expansions or additions have been announced as of June 2024.
Costs at this community start at $3,405 and range up to $5,969. The average price in the community is $4,687, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,797. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.